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. 2010 Dec;25(4):474-7.
doi: 10.1007/s13187-010-0094-x.

Oncology residents' perspectives on communication skills and shared decision making

Rajiv Samant  1 , Inge Aivas, Jean-Marc Bourque, Tara Tucker
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Oncology residents' perspectives on communication skills and shared decision making

Rajiv Samant et al. J Cancer Educ. 2010 Dec.

Abstract

Shared decision making (SDM) and effective communication are essential components of cancer care. Residents in oncology-related specialties were surveyed about communication skills and SDM. The response rate was 77% (17/22), and 93% stated that communication skills were very important for their specialty. Most (76%) thought their communication skills were adequate, but areas of difficulty included discussing end-of-life issues, giving hope when the prognosis was bleak and dealing with hostile patients. Only 58% of respondents had heard the term SDM, and 29% were aware of its meaning. More SDM and communication training are required for future oncology physicians.

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